Vol. 5 No. 02 (2024)
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Enhancing Safety Management in the Ghanaian Construction Industry: Evaluating the Role of UAV Implementation and Construction Managers Understanding

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  • Zakari Mustapha,
  • Benjamin Boahene Akomah,
  • Ofosu Emmanuel Kwaku ,
  • Chris K. Tieru
Zakari Mustapha
Department of Construction Technology Management, School of Built and Natural Environment Cape Coast Technical University, P. O. Box DL 50, Cape Coast-Ghana
Benjamin Boahene Akomah
Department of Construction Technology Management, School of Built and Natural Environment Cape Coast Technical University, Ghana
Ofosu Emmanuel Kwaku
Department of Construction Technology Management, School of Built and Natural Environment Cape Coast Technical University, Ghana
Chris K. Tieru
Department of Construction Technology Management, School of Built and Natural Environment Cape Coast Technical University, Ghana
DOI: https://doi.org/10.38094/jocef50291

Published 2024-08-21

Keywords

  • Construction Safety Management,
  • Risk Assessment,
  • Real-Time Monitoring,
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

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Z. . Mustapha, B. B. . Akomah, O. E. . Kwaku, and C. K. . Tieru, “Enhancing Safety Management in the Ghanaian Construction Industry: Evaluating the Role of UAV Implementation and Construction Managers Understanding”, JoCEF, vol. 5, no. 02, pp. 34-40, Aug. 2024.

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Abstract

The integration of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and other rising technologies has become paramount in construction safety monitoring and management. The study aimed to gain insight into the use of drones in construction safety practices and management in the Ghanaian construction industry. Through a literature review, five key domains (aerial surveillance and real-time monitoring, data analysis and risk assessment, emergency response and search-and-rescue operations, information management and visualisation, and safety training and education) were identified as the areas where UAVs or drones could enhance safety practices and management. The study included construction professionals who had a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in project management across different positions. A convenience sampling technique was used for the selection of participants from construction companies within the city of Accra. A structured questionnaire was designed and distributed to these professionals. The collected data was analysed using descriptive statistics and correlation analysis. The correlation analysis highlights the association among the variables used. The study underscores the pivotal role of UAVs in transforming safety practices and management. The diverse applications and potential benefits of UAV technology provide insights for policymakers, educators, and industry stakeholders to optimise safety management strategies and enhance efficiency on construction sites. In addition, the findings emphasise the importance of education and training initiatives to bridge the knowledge gap among construction professionals, thereby promoting a more sustainable and secure construction environment in Ghana.

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